Located in the friendly laid-back village of Federal, within a very pretty 20 minute drive to Byron Bay, this unique home is set on a 2,700m2 (over 1/2acre) block and has D.A. approval with council until 2012 for subdividing into two blocks.The pole framed two storey timber home is on 1,406m2 with mature tropical gardens giving total privacy from the vacant 1,294m2 block at the rear of the property. The 15 support poles recycled from the former Ballina jetty give the home a wonderful weathered and earthy feel. The rendered walls, recycled 7″ (175mm) brush box flooring, and the large picture windows add to the rustic ambiance of the home. The kitchen has open shelving, terracotta tiles and large gas cooker giving it an overall commercial feel. French doors from the living area open onto a very wide timber deck overlooking the lush gardens. There are three bedrooms , the main bedroom is upstairs, has large walk-in robe and opens onto timber deck, catching the cool breezes of summer. The newly renovated bathroom is central to the whole house and there is also a second toilet. Federal offers great community support, with the store and cafe just around the corner from this amazing property. The Popular historic town of Bangalow is only 10 minutes away. This property is a great opportunity for the astute buyer for future development. Phone Kaye Wilkie on 0412856208 or 66858911 for inspections.